Question

The set-up below was used to prepare a solution of hydrogen chloride gas

1. Identify solid S 
2. Identify one mistake in the set up. 
3. Write an equation for the reaction taking place in the flask.

Answer 1

1. Identify solid S 
   • Sodium chloride or any other chloride of metal. 
2. Identify one mistake in the set up. 
   • Delivery tube to dissolve HCl_(g) in water 
3. Write an equation for the reaction taking place in the flask. 
   • NaCl_(s)+H₂SO_4(l)→NaHSO_4(s)+HCl_(g)